# Speakin vs Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling

The clearest difference is rating: Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling at 4.7 against Speakin's 3.4. Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling also leads on ratings volume (341 vs 5) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months). Speakin's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Speakin costs $0.99 and Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling has 341 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Speakin's written reviews are positive against 79% of Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling's.

Speakin ships an update every 9 months, Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speakin | Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speakin-talk-like-a-pirate/id299029334/reviews) | **[4.7 (341 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-n-roll-text-scrolling/id392534671/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **341** |
| Positive reviews | 65.4% of reviews | **78.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thumb Wizards](https://appshunter.io/developer/412040757) | [Wendy Bernfeld](https://appshunter.io/developer/382494403) |

## What reviewers say

### Speakin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speakin-talk-like-a-pirate/id299029334)

Translate words and phrases into pirate slang and accents. Share your buccaneer-style messages instantly with friends. Perfect for satisfying curiosity about pirate language or for fun.

**Highlights:** Translate words and phrases, Speak like a pirate, Share translations instantly, Learn pirate slang, Improve accents and dialect, Pocket dictionary/reference

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-n-roll-text-scrolling/id392534671)

Create custom scrolling text banners for various situations. Easily communicate messages discreetly, even with emojis. This simple, ad-free app is perfect for quick, versatile text displays.

**Highlights:** Customizable scrolling text banner, Emoji support, Ad-free experience, Simple and effective interface, Small app size

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 🚀 Smooth scrolling
- 💡 Customizable font, color, and speed
- 🎨 Supports Unicode/multilingual text
- 🤩 Fun and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- ⚠️ Limited message length
- 🔁 No ability to save/reuse messages
- 🔄 Orientation issues when displaying on TV
- 🔒 No sharing/sending options

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to save messages
- Scrolling in the wrong direction on some devices
- Text not displaying properly on larger screens

**Requested features**

- Ability to save/reuse messages
- Horizontal scrolling option
- More font/color customization
- Live preview of scrolling speeds
- Ability to send/share messages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speakin free?

Speakin costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling free?

Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Speakin or Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling?

Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling is rated higher. Speakin averages 3.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling averages 4.7 from 341 ratings.

### Do Speakin or Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling have ads?

Neither Speakin nor Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Speakin or Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling?

Speakin ships an update every 9 months, and Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling every 3 months. Most recently, Speakin was updated on October 23, 2026 and Scroll 'n Roll Text Scrolling on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*